Dexedrine, Add And Thailand

[zzap]

im surprised then that those tiffy allergy (the thai allergy pills that i see the guys have) are not being withdrawn thinking of drug producers etc in thailand would be using them also, ?

<{POST_SNAPBACK}>

Coffeine is also used as a base chemical to produce meth, can't ban everything they utilise. And these guys certainly don't buy anything in retail packages, it's obtained as truckloads...

Is there any reason why you'd need to carry a prescription with you while you're out and about? Do you need to take the meds that frequently?

It's the urine tests he is worried about, not the meds being found on him.

[Sheryl]

I'll be interested to know what you find out from Bumrungrad. We have a similar situation involving a high-abuse potential drug that MUST be taken to remain "normal." We will also have medical records showing the need, previous unsuccessful treatment, all that.

If you go to the site the Dr. provided they have a contact us link with space to add comments etc.

they also list individual physicians by specialty, the site is well done and easy to navigate.

Ill let you know what kind of response I get, but Im not expecting much. At least I now have a list of Dr.s to contact who I am sure will be more forthcoming if I send them my records.

My biggest concern is whats going to happen if I get pulled in by one of these randomn test Ive heard people talk about at bars or just walking down the street. I dont know maybe they only happen in certain areas, or certain times of night, but I wont know till I get there I guess.

Ill have excellent legal representation when I get there but its still a hassle I want to avoid if possible.

There are 3 categories of drugs in Thailand (legal drugs, I mean):

- drugs that can be sold direct to consumer by more or less anybody (the law may not actually phrase it that way, but that's how it works out). This includes many drugs that require prescription in other countries, e.g. antibiotics.

- drugs that can be sold in pharmacys but only dispensed by a licensed pharmacist. That's more restrictive than one might think as most "pharmacies" in Thailand do not have a liensed pharmacist behind the counter all the time. However in all provincial capital towns there will be at least one large pharmacy that does. In this category are antidepressents like Prozac/Zoloft, some of the newer antibiotics etc.

-drugs that can only be used by hospitals (that can include being provided by hospital pharmacies for outpatient use). Chances are that whatever is available here for ADD will fall under that category, I know opiates (morphine and related painkillers which likewise have street value and abuse potential) fall into that category.

You should be able to get something legally from one of the better hospitals (if Bumrungrad doesn't work out try Samitivej or Bangkok General) and as long as you carry the prescription container and hospital card showing you are a patient you should be OK.

However I am not sure that you will necessarily be able to get Dexedrine per se as ritalin is the more commonly prescribed drug...but specialist will be able to advise.

As for these random drug checks I don't know anything about that but then I don't go to bars. Maybe some of the readers who do could advise on that...how often it occurs, etc.

[AmeriThai]

Is there any reason why you'd need to carry a prescription with you while you're out and about? Do you need to take the meds that frequently?

It's the urine tests he is worried about, not the meds being found on him.

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If that's it, as long as he has a Drs statement, preferably from one in Thailand, then I don't see much to worry about. I have my doubts anyone is going to haul him to the station to do a urine test. Still, it's better to be well prepared for anything unexpected.

[Sheryl]

You should be able to get something legally from one of the better hospitals (if Bumrungrad doesn't work out try Samitivej or Bangkok General) and as long as you carry the prescription container and hospital card showing you are a patient you should be OK.

I checked out the qualifications of pyschiatrists at all 3 hospitals for you. Actually none ofthose at Bumrungrad sound right for your particular situation. The most appropriately qualified doctor seems to be:

Dr. Chantima Ongkosit

Samivej Hospital (Sukhumvit Branch)

Thursdays only 9 am - noon

She is US Board certified in pyschiatry and neurophysiology, and serves on the faculty of Ramatibodhi Medical School (one of the best pysch dept in Thailand) and is also on faculty at the Univ of Illinois Medical School.

Please note that this recommendation is based solely on credentials, I have no first hand experience with her.

I think in your particular case having a doc with western experience will be especially helpful. Also as she is a professor she should be up to date on newest treatments and research findings.

I suggest you email a summary of your condition, meds etc and any questions to Samitivej. I have found them to be much better than Bumrungrad in transmitting detailed medical info between doctor and patient; Bumrungrad you mostly get a clerk or admin type person and stock reply whereas I have been able to carry out pretty detailed medical discussion by email with Samitivej. Samitivej's email is:

[email protected]

Good luck

[sabaijai]

MilkPlus has been banned so I guess we'll never hear the outcome of his dilemma.

BTW for adult ADD Dexedrine and Adderall are more commonly prescribed than Ritalin.

[dr_Pat_Pong]

Old Milksop did rejoin several times post the banning. but now seems to have accepted his fate.

[sabaijai]

Old Milksop did rejoin several times post the banning. but now seems to have accepted his fate.

Maybe he should slow down on the meds ...

[redrus]

With any luck he's been pulled up for a test....

redrus

[dr_Pat_Pong]

He'd fail dismally